Engineering at Jackson State University
If you are interested in studying Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Jackson State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Jackson State University is in Jackson, MS.
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Online Class Availability at Jackson State University
Distance learning is available at Jackson State University. Among 6,326 students, 2,221 (35%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,227 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Jackson State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Jackson State University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #11 of 11 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #11 of 11 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #108 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #132 of 136 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Jackson State University
Students who complete Jackson State University’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $59,178 |
| 2 years | $63,290 |
| 3 years | $70,918 |
| 4 years | $74,567 |
| 5 years | $85,146 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from Jackson State University earn a median of $74,567, compared with $41,612 for all Jackson State University graduates — about 79% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from Jackson State University comes in at $29,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at Jackson State University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $138,303 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $137,336 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Chemical Engineers | $130,903 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers | $122,967 |
| Industrial Engineers | $120,863 |
| Transportation Engineers | $120,210 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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